Peyton Manning will not become the lead game analyst on Fox’s new Thursday night package, sources told The Post on Tuesday. Manning’s decision caps a fruitless two-network pursuit for one of the most sought-after former NFL players.

Manning, 42, has been recruited by all the networks for the past two years since retiring because of his Hall of Fame stature and his established TV persona from his playing career and his countless commercials, but has continued to say no.

Manning’s Hall of Fame career and loveable TV persona makes him the perfect candidate to crush the job as a color commentator, especially after how everyone loved Tony Romo in his rookie season as an analyst.

However, it seems that he’s content with where his life is right now and reportedly won’t be looking to join the booth anytime soon.